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well-cut

American  
[wel kuht] / ˈwɛl ˈkʌt /

adjective

  1. (especially of clothing or hair) having been cut in a skillful, beautiful, or effective way.


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Wakeley says a well-cut camisole or strappy top can work when worn beneath a linen overshirt, lightweight jacket or tailored co-ord.

From BBC Aug. 5, 2026

It’s as if the sitcom “That 70s Show” had opted to tackle welfare benefits, complete with well-cut, visibly new costumes.

From New York Times Jul. 6, 2023

Pelé liked Fornos’ business attire — well-cut suits and nicely combed dark hair — and thought it was a good idea to start bringing him to events with his sponsors.

From Seattle Times Apr. 29, 2022

Savile Row’s strong tailoring turned the homey fabric into well-cut jackets and other suiting fit for high society.

From National Geographic Jan. 14, 2021

“You look like the effigy of a young knight asleep on his tomb,” she said, carefully tracing the well-cut profile defined against the dark stone.

From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott

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